Igbokwu Community in Aguata Council Area of Anambra State has crowned Chief Alex Azike the new traditional ruler.
Speaking after he ascended the throne as Idu The Third of Igboukwu, Igwe Azike called on his subjects to embrace peace, forgive one another of all wrongs arising from choosing the occupant of the traditional stool.
He thanked the Anambra State government for championing peace and community development.
ANN reports that the Former Governor of Anambra state, Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeife, who hails from the community, called on his people to embrace peace and support the king for development of the community.
Anambra State House of Assembly member-elect for Aguata 2 Constituency, Mr. Tony Muobike, while speaking, restated the importance of traditional institutions for community development. He called for maximum support to the king whom he described as young, vibrant and destined to achieve more great feats for Igboukwu.
The President General of Igboukwu Development Union, (IDU) Architect Christian Ike, who commended Igboukwu people for helping to ensure seamless emergence of the traditional ruler, in line with the constitution of the community, explained that Igboukwu has lost a lot within the five years of vacuum on the traditional stool.
He called for prayers and support for the new king, reminding the people that without unity, no society will achieve meaningful progress.
